Monday marks the 52nd anniversary of Türkiye’s 1974 invasion of Cyprus, which led to the division of the island. Five decades later, the Cyprus issue remains one of the world’s longest-running unresolved disputes. The United Nations announced last week that Antonio Guterres would visit Cyprus from July 27 to 29 – the first visit by … Read more
Ukraine fired more than 400 drones toward Moscow in its latest major attack on the Russian capital on July 20. The blitz came hours after Russia bombarded Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles in a relentless cycle of tit-for-tat strikes. Source link
Eve Irvine is pleased to welcome Robbie Knock, Lead Commentator and sports journalist. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered not only for Spain’s triumph on the pitch but also for the way football became enmeshed in politics, entertainment, institutional scrutiny, and the closing chapter of one of the sport’s greatest careers. Robbie Knock … Read more
Keir Starmer leaves Downing Street Monday, July 20th, passing the keys to former Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham. He came to victory with a huge majority in 2024, but just two years later his popularity ratings had sunk to record lows. Source link
The UK has a new prime minister. Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is starting his premiership following Keir Starmer’s resignation on July 20. In his first speech since officially becoming prime minister, he has promised a 10-year plan for the country. FRANCE 24’s Benedicte Paviot takes a look. Source link
Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has become the UK’s new prime minister, the seventh in a decade, following Keir Starmer’s resignation on July 20. In his first speech, he has vowed to start a ten-year plan for Britain. His government and his first policies will quickly be announced. FRANCE 24’s Benedicte Paviot tells us more. … Read more
Fast-moving wildfires in the southern French region of the Var have pushed many people from their homes. Over 600 firefighters have been used to try to contain the blaze. It comes as temperatures surge past 40 degrees celsius, with an orange heatwave alert issued for Monday, July 20th. Source link
The US needs to ensure an independent supply of rare earth elements from China – but Washington’s Middle East policy is now having an adverse impact on a $96 million (€84 million) rare earth deal in Muslim-majority Malaysia. In March, the US Department of Defense (DoD) signed a four-year deal with Australian mining firm Lynas … Read more
The number of extreme weather events is on the rise, and some states are taking advantage of these climate crises to spread disinformation. A report by France’s Institute for International and Strategic Affairs (IRIS) says that climate disinformation has become a “tool for destabilization”. Source link
Spain’s World Cup-winning team returns to Spain on Monday, where they will be greeted by King Felipe VI before boarding an open-top bus for a parade through central Madrid. La Roja beat Argentina in the final on Sunday to clinch their second World Cup title after an extra-time goal by Ferran Torres. Source link